Kenyir Lake, Malaysia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Kenyir Lake, Malaysia? If you're planning to go to Kenyir Lake, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Kenyir Lake
- Important essentials for Kenyir Lake
- Activities for Kenyir Lake
- Kenyir Lake in January: weather and what to pack
- Kenyir Lake in February: weather and what to pack
- Kenyir Lake in March: weather and what to pack
- Kenyir Lake in April: weather and what to pack
- Kenyir Lake in May: weather and what to pack
- Kenyir Lake in June: weather and what to pack
- Kenyir Lake in July: weather and what to pack
- Kenyir Lake in August: weather and what to pack
- Kenyir Lake in September: weather and what to pack
- Kenyir Lake in October: weather and what to pack
- Kenyir Lake in November: weather and what to pack
- Kenyir Lake in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Kenyir Lake, Malaysia
Based on the climate and weather in Kenyir Lake, the best time to go is April. See below for details.
Important essentials for Kenyir Lake, Malaysia
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Kenyir Lake, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
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A vaccine card protector
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Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly choice.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection possible.
General health necessities
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Emergency water purifier
Some rural areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to have an emergency water purifier like this one.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a good choice.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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For families with young children
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Kenyir Lake. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some more rural areas you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone.
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Airplane or car necessities
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types G. This one should be appropriate for most places, but check with your hotel.
What to wear/what to pack for Kenyir Lake, Malaysia by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January is hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Extra socks
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Sandals
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Light skirts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Bug repellent
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A rain coat to layer with another jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
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Rain pants
These can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We like:
February
February in Kenyir Lake is extremely warm. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) to 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Skirts
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Loose-fit shorts
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Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
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Waterproof sandals
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Sunglasses
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Bug repellent
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
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A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants will be vital in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We like:
March
March in this region can be sweltering. Temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
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Loose-fit shorts
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Skirts
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We suggest:
April
Traveling to Kenyir Lake in April, you will notice that it can be very hot. Expect it to rain once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We like:
May
May for Kenyir Lake can be sweltering. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We recommend:
June
If you vacation in Kenyir Lake during June, you may see that it is consistently hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We suggest:
July
July here can be very hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We like:
August
August in Kenyir Lake can be sweltering and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) to high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against UV rays:
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We like:
September
September here is really hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Bug repellent
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We suggest:
October
In October, Kenyir Lake is extremely hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 80s F (low 30s C) and about a third of the time jump into the low 90s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Kenyir Lake, with several of the days of the month having rain.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against skin damage:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
-
Skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We recommend:
November
November for Kenyir Lake is extremely warm and very rainy. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
-
Skirts
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We suggest:
December
If you visit Kenyir Lake during December, you may see that it is extremely warm. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Light skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Extra socks
-
Sandals
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